{"id":38458,"date":"2023-11-06T17:09:51","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T16:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/?p=38458"},"modified":"2024-07-19T16:36:36","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T15:36:36","slug":"family-friendly-things-manchester","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/blog\/christmas\/family-friendly-things-manchester\/","title":{"rendered":"4 family-friendly things to do in Manchester this Christmas"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking for family-friendly fun in Manchester this Christmas? Fear not \u2013 we\u2019ve got just the list for your calendar.<\/h2>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Whether exploring the outdoors is your thing or you\u2019d rather cosy up indoors instead, you\u2019re bound to find something to suit your clan in this vibrant northern city.<\/h4>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationaltrust.org.uk\/visit\/cheshire-greater-manchester\/dunham-massey\/christmas-lights-at-dunham-massey\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Christmas Light Trail at Dunham Massey<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38459 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Xmas-light-trail.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas light trail Dunham Massey\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Xmas-light-trail.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Xmas-light-trail-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Xmas-light-trail-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Xmas-light-trail-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Dunham Massey is one of Manchester\u2019s most popular destinations for a day out in nature, featuring a historical Georgian house, medieval deer park and 400-year-old mill. Following a day exploring the Massey\u2019s ancient grounds, why not take a tour of their unmissable Christmas Light Trail? This year\u2019s event will showcase new light and sound installations, as well as the crowd-pleasing, colour-changing favourites regular visitors know and love.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Explore twinkling paths and tunnels of stars, plus an array of family-friendly rides and refreshments to conclude a night of fun. Christmas at Dunham Massey will run from 17th November to 31st December \u2013 book ahead of time to avoid disappointment.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/544\/Altrincham-Central-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0250.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/605\/Manchester-Sale-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0256.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Dunham%20Massey&amp;sb=1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rhs.org.uk\/gardens\/bridgewater\/whats-on\/bridgewater-glow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Glow 2023 RHS Garden Bridgewater<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CdGZ025nAbU?si=eiU4uZhbuOFOd92F\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">The Royal Horticultural Society knows how to throw an outdoor extravaganza, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rhs.org.uk\/gardens\/bridgewater\/whats-on\/bridgewater-glow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Glow 2023 at Bridgewater<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a> is no exception. During an after-dark festival of light, visitors will get the chance to experience Salford\u2019s famous garden like they\u2019ve never seen it before. Weave through yew domes festooned with fairy lights and stroll the illuminated archways of the Kitchen Garden. At Garden Cottage, you can even hit the rainbow dancefloor and lose yourself in a soundtrack of Manchester anthems, as chosen by you.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">There&#8217;ll be cosy drinks on offer throughout the event, as well as plenty of snacks and refreshments for the whole family. Glow 2023 at RHS Garden Bridgewater will run from Wednesdays to Saturday only from 15 November to 30 December 2023, so book now to secure your spot.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/328\/Manchester-Trafford-Park-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0238.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/532\/Manchester-Salford-Quays-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0242.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=M28%202LJ&amp;sb=1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitmanchester.com\/whats-on\/home-alone-in-concert-p775291\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Home Alone in Concert<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"598\" height=\"422\" class=\"size-full wp-image-38460 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/orchestra.jpg\" alt=\"live orchestra\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/orchestra.jpg 598w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/orchestra-250x176.jpg 250w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/orchestra-120x85.jpg 120w, https:\/\/travelodgeblog.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/orchestra-480x339.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \/>Home Alone has become a Christmas staple for every member of the family since its release in 1990. Its memorable soundtrack, composed by the one and only John Williams, is one of the reasons why people love it so much. During Manchester\u2019s buzzing Christmas season, you can watch the film live at the AO arena\u2013 brought to life by music from The Heritage Orchestra.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">While watching the Yuletide classic on a giant HD screen, allow yourself to be entranced by tunes from Williams\u2019 score, including the main title track and iconic Carol of the Bells. The show will come to Manchester for one night only on 3rd December 2023, so make sure to book your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/524\/Manchester-Central-Arena-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0248.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/153\/Manchester-Central-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0213.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=AO%20Arena%20Manchester&amp;sb=1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chesterzoo.org\/lanterns-and-light\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qVz4tb3yl6s?si=GcCCPEfC5iKvZQpZ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Lanterns and Light is one of the biggest events of the year at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chesterzoo.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" class=\"wpel-icon-right\">Chester Zoo<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a>, attracting visits from excited families across the nation. Produced and managed by Sony Music and Culture Creative in partnership with Chester Zoo, this radiant festival transports its guests into a world of bright lights and animal magic. You\u2019ll have the chance to explore new installations and colour-changing displays, all while meeting orangutans, lions and dolphins along the way.<\/h4>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">New to the show this year is a 3D projection of a life-sized woolly mammoth, plus flickering fire gardens, a bustling Christmas market AND Father Christmas hiding in the trail. Tickets start at just \u00a312, with the event running from 17th November to 31st December 2023.<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sdstaynearby\">\n<div class=\"sdcol2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/453\/Chester-Warrington-Road-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB1214.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"sdcol2 sdlast\" style=\"padding-bottom: 20px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/hotels\/548\/Cheshire-Oaks-hotel?sb=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-radius: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/media.travelodge.co.uk\/image\/upload\/v1675260555\/ecrm\/hotels-digi\/GB0252.jpg\" \/><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-blue wpel-icon-right\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelodge.co.uk\/search\/results?location=Chester%20Zoo&amp;sb=1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Search deals<span class=\"wpel-icon wpel-image wpel-icon-6\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Looking for family-friendly fun in Manchester this Christmas? Fear not \u2013 we\u2019ve got just the list for your calendar. Whether exploring the outdoors is your thing or you\u2019d rather cosy up indoors instead, you\u2019re bound to find something to suit your clan in this vibrant northern city. 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